Literary Terms Flashcards

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The repetition of consonant sounds in words that are close together.

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Alliteration

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The character or situation opposing the protagonist (the main character).

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Antagonist

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A person or animal who takes part in the story.

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Character

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The way an author develops a character.

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Characterization

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A struggle in the story between opposing forces.

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Conflict

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The words characters speak aloud.

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Dialogue

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The high point of interest or suspense in a literary work.

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Climax

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A literary or historical reference to a person, place, or event.

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Allusion

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Normally found at the beginning of a story, introduces the main characters, setting, and establishes the conflict.

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Exposition

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A brief story that teaches a lesson about human nature, often using animals that act and speak like humans.

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Fable